Is this Sydney’s most mind-blowing rental? See inside Seaforth’s iconic “wedding cake” mansion!

By ANNA USHER

A time-warp Mediterranean mansion instantly recognised by lower north shore locals is up for rent – but if you’re looking for clean lines and minimalist interiors – it’s time to avert your eyes!

Known as the “Wedding Cake” house, the opulent three-storey castle with its stark white exterior of columns, arches and statues is a Mediterranean time warp, unchanged since it was built in 1982.

Spread out over three luxury levels, 23 Battle Boulevard makes a massive statement from the street, but what’s on the inside will genuinely take your breath away.

A grand formal entry with huge windows, hand-carved balustrades and a mind-blowing “stalactite ceiling” – complete with chandelier – is the first hint that a world of dazzling décor and unique interiors awaits.

“The decorative ceilings and mouldings are one-of-a-kind, created by craftsmen we had shipped out from Greece,” the homeowner tells Mosman Collective.

“My mother was inspired by Greek, French and Italian architecture, and you can see elements of all three cultures.

“Our house looks like a three-tiered wedding cake, but we are proud of its iconic local status.”

But the unparalleled views of the Spit Bridge and Middle Harbour almost take a backseat to the bespoke finishes found inside.

On the middle level, you’ll find a furnished formal dining and lounge room with heavy blue velvet curtains trimmed with gold, European artwork, immaculate original Axminster carpet – and more chandeliers.

“It was a house built for entertaining and designed so every single room has a view of the harbour,” the owner said, “everywhere you look, there is a sea of blue.”

The meticulous master-built kitchen is enormous, appointed with a dishwasher and electric oven, leading to a vast rumpus room with tiles imported from Italy.

“The tiles are in such good condition they look like they have never been used,” the homeowner says, “everything in this house was made with the highest quality materials, and it has stood the test of time.”

On the lower level, mammoth bedrooms, including a Master fit for European Royalty, open to a vast terrace with 180-degree views over Middle Harbour.

There’s a Roman-style main bathroom with extravagant gold fixtures and a bidet, a TV room, a kitchenette, and an outdoor entertaining area.

“This home was our castle,” the owner says, “and we would like to see it rented out to a family who appreciates architecture and design.”

See inside 23 Battle Boulevard:

“It is in immaculate condition, there is not even a stain on the carpet, and we’d like to see it tenanted long-term.

“Most furniture will stay in the house, and we will consider pets on application.”

23 Battle Boulvard is For Lease at $1950 p.w.

For more information contact Ray White Seaforth.

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